National Candy Day
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Out there with Kim and Hank
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Big Boy Holiday Deals
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Legends of Bourbon County Festival with Lauren Biddle
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Lou Anna Red Corn is our woman worth talking about
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Our guest at the table is Chassidy Fightmaster with Battle Axes
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Talking with UK women’s basketball coach Kyra Elzy about ‘Hear Me Out’ podcast
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18-year-old accused of burglarizing same gas station 3 times
RUSSELL SPRINGS, Ky. (WTVQ) — An 18-year-old Russell Springs man is accused of burglarizing the same gas station three times between Oct. 28-31. Bryan West allegedly burglarized the West Highway 80 Marathon gas station three times over a span of four days, according to Russell Springs police. During the investigation, RSPD says they obtained information from a source about West’s…
93rd District: candidates Kyle Whalen and Adrielle Camuel
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — It’s election season, and today we’re looking at the two candidates running for State Representative in the 93rd district of Kentucky, which includes Fayette County. We spoke with Republican Kyle Whalen and Democrat Adrielle Camuel on why they should be elected for the job. “I literally have the finger on the pulse of the district like…
Names of man killed, man trapped in Martin Co. coal mine rubble released
MARTIN COUNTY, Ky. (WTVQ) — The names of the man killed and the man still trapped in the Martin County coal mine rubble have been released. Billy Daniels died when an 11-story coal processing facility collapsed on Tuesday and Alvin Nees is still trapped underneath, Martin County Judge-Executive Lon Lafferty told ABC affiliate WCHS. Yesterday, emergency crews moved into a…
Dry and milder as we head into the upcoming weekend
After the coldest stretch of the season so far, temperatures should get back into the 60s for highs the next few days
It was another frosty start to Thursday across Central and Eastern Kentucky with high pressure sitting right overhead. This set up optimal conditions for cooling thanks to the clear skies and light winds so early morning lows were in the 20s across the board yet again. We did see another sunny afternoon and this time a light south breeze…
Early voting underway in Kentucky; Gov. Andy Beshear participates
Lexington, Ky. (WTVQ)– Early voting began Thursday morning, Gov. Andy Beshear took the time to go out and vote in Frankfort. Later Thursday afternoon, Gov. Beshear came to Lexington encouraging voters to go out and vote. “It is absolutely essential that we take advantage of early voting,” said Beshear. “It means shorter lines, it means not having to worry about…
Kentucky State Police promotes 31 troopers and officers
KSP's mission, is to create a better Kentucky through public safety efforts and service to all Kentuckians.
Frankfort, Ky (WTVQ): Kentucky State Police promoted 31 troopers and officers on Thursday morning. KSP’s stated mission is to create a better Kentucky through public safety efforts and service to all Kentuckians. The ceremony included the promotion of one lieutenant colonel, five majors, two captains, and 10 lieutenants, and 14 sergeants. Robert Purdy who was promoted to lieutenant has worked…
The Recovery Café holding sales for holiday season
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Meteorologist Jordan Smith talks new weather radar coming to Jamestown, Ky.
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Lexington firefighter’s toy drive kicks off for 93rd year
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — This is the 93rd year for the Lexington Firefighter toy drive. Each year, firefighters work hard to make sure thousands of kids have the toys they want for Christmas. Lt. Chris MacFarlane says finding the right place is the first step for a successful toy program. “A nice safe place for the families to be able…
EKU given the ‘all clear’ after suspicious device reported on campus
RICHMOND, Ky. (WTVQ) 11/2/23, 2:44 p.m. After an hour-long investigation, EKU police have given the “all clear.” Police finished searching the area and said normal activities could resume. Officers are now working with the FBI and KSP to determine the person(s) responsible for making the “terroristic threat.” Here is the updated alert: “EKU Emergency Alert: All Clear: The emergency condition…
BIA Cares’ Chili Cook-Off with Christy Helton
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Dunbar high school students ready their ‘Frozen’ performance for GMA
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — Congrats are in order for members of Paul Laurence Dunbar Choral, who was selected to record a sing-a-long clip for Good Morning America’s celebration of the song “Let It Go” from the movie Frozen. Our photojournalist Dylan Schied was there and spoke with the co-director about what this means for the students. “We felt really honored…
Commemorating Native American Heritage Month with Lou Anna Red Corn
Former Fayette County Commonwealth Attorney talks journey as prosecutor and a new film highlighting the Osage Native Americans
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — Lou Anna Red Corn might be known as the former Fayette County Commonwealth’s Attorney, but her story is much deeper as well as being Fayette County’s first female commonwealth’s attorney — she was also the first Native American commonwealth attorney in the state, accomplishments she continues to cherish. “That’s something that I’m very honored, to have…
Search for man still trapped under Martin Co. coal mine rubble continues
MARTIN COUNTY, Ky. (WTVQ) — The search for the second man who was trapped under the Martin County coal mine rubble continues today. It has been more than 40 hours since the 11-story building collapsed, and crews have searched ever since. Two men were reported as trapped; one man has been confirmed dead — the other hasn’t been heard from….
Remembering Coach Bob Knight
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